MO

MO has 2 meanings
1. What does MO stand for?

Modus operandi

MO is short for the Latin phrase modus operandi, which translates to "method of operation." It refers to the distinctive manner in which a person or group consistently approaches tasks or achieves goals. It is also a common term used in various contexts, both in person and online.

Professionals in law enforcement and criminal investigations often use MO to describe an individual's repeated behaviors or tactics to identify them. For example, a detective may discover that a burglar's MO includes entering through unlocked windows and targeting upper-middle-class neighborhoods during the holidays.

People also use MO outside of crime-related contexts, like when describing a person's habitual way of doing things, whether in work, personal life, or hobbies. For example, your coworker's MO might involve tackling the most challenging tasks first or maintaining an ultra-organized to-do list.

Example

You could just tell her you like her
No, that's not my MO
Question about killers' MO on Reddit
Question about killers' MO on Reddit

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Updated December 11, 2024
2. What is mo short for?

More

Mo is an abbreviated form of "more," most often used by teenagers. The abbreviation was made popular by rappers like Notorious B.I.G with his song, "Mo Money Mo Problems."

Mo is helpful when texting and chatting online because it shaves off two letters. However, mo and more are both only one syllable when said out loud. So if someone says it he is just trying to sound cool.

Example

Hey Brian, I need some mo cherry coke up in my cup
You sound so stupid

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Updated May 2, 2017

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